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The South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SACCI) noted the Cabinet Reshuffle and hopes that the new Cabinet will aggressively pursue delivery outcomes.

Although the reshuffle of Cabinet may be interpreted as a decisive response to protracted progress toward government objectives, the Chamber is concerned that the reshuffle has resulted in a larger administration. Given the scope of challenges faced by the national leadership, SACCI did support the larger administration originally appointed under President Zuma. However, following eighteen months of slow progress, the Chamber is of the view that there should be a stronger focus on driving greater efficiencies within the public administration. The Chamber is of the view that more effective delivery outcomes can be coaxed, not through the deployment of more resources, but through more effective use of current resources.

The Cabinet Reshuffle will raise stakeholder expectations in respect of the performance of the national leadership. SACCI will continue to seek partnerships with government to jointly address the national challenges we face and seek co-operative relationships towards greater productivity that will Put South Africa First.